Paracuru Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Paracuru, Ceará, Brazil. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Paracuru has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1241 mm (49 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Paracuru, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 302 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 29 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 9.3 mm (0.4 in) over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 156 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Paracuru Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Brazil: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Paracuru vs World: Rainfall Compared

Paracuru's average annual precipitation is 1241 mm (49 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Paracuru's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Paracuru Climate page.